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- 01
[Intro: 2Pac Interview]
02So, okay, you want to see some macho shit? I’m the most macho nigga out here. I'm the most.. I thought you niggas knew, I’m the most thuggish nigga out here. I have no mothafuckin’ fear… I have no fear, I have only ambition, and I want mine, and I will do anything to protect and feed my family
- 08
First off, fucked your bitch, nigga, get a blood test
09You a upset, nigga, where the love at?
10When we talking 'bout Philly, know I fucking run that
11Same place I bend them corners you can never come back
Block noteTurns sexual access into humiliation
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “First off, fucked your bitch, nigga, get a blood test,” Meek Mill uses a sexual claim or joke to deny Cassidy control of an intimate relationship and to make the opponent look publicly rejected, displaced, or embarrassed. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The point is provocation rather than romance: bringing private access into the record raises the emotional cost of the feud and pressures Cassidy to answer a claim that an audience can easily repeat.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 13
I cross niggas, when you hate it 'when you you lost, nigga
14You soft nigga, then you disrespect a boss, nigga
15You dissin' to get you on, that'll get you off nigga
Block notePortrays the target as controlled by others
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “You soft nigga, then you disrespect a boss, nigga,” Meek Mill depicts Cassidy as dependent on a label, executive, crew leader, or gatekeeper rather than acting independently. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The accusation attacks autonomy by suggesting that Cassidy's career choices and even the feud itself are being directed by somebody with greater power.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 17
Nigga, we was slingin work out the motel!
18No scale, Barry Reese, I know you so well
19I caught your chick, I pulled that bitch like she a coat tail
Block noteContrasts Cassidy's hotel song with Meek's motel hustling
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: Meek addresses Cassidy by his real name, Barry Reese, and contrasts Cassidy singing ‘come to my hotel’ with Meek claiming he sold drugs from motels. Why it was said: Their Philadelphia feud repeatedly turned on which rapper had the more credible street history; the hotel/motel parallel lets Meek recast Cassidy's commercial R&B crossover as soft beside his own survival narrative.
WordplayHotel and motel create the sound-pair: Cassidy's phrase is treated as entertainment, while Meek's nearly identical location becomes evidence of hustling.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 21
You ain't never played that corner--make a coke sale
22On a late night, swimmin with the great whites
23You was rockin' durags, big tees, fake Mikes
Block noteTreats the target's persona as fabricated
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “You was rockin' durags, big tees, fake Mikes,” Meek Mill says Cassidy's public story or image is false rather than a reliable account of who the target is. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. Once the persona is presented as invented, the boasts and accusations built on it become easier for listeners to dismiss.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 25
Same place you bought your fake chain and your time-piece
26How we gon' believe you? Nigga I should lead you!
27Talkin' "PC," that was never Beanie Sigel!
Block noteTreats the target's persona as fabricated
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Same place you bought your fake chain and your time-piece,” Meek Mill says Cassidy's public story or image is false rather than a reliable account of who the target is. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. Once the persona is presented as invented, the boasts and accusations built on it become easier for listeners to dismiss.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 35
23 and 1 never get to see the sun
36Had to get a glass visit just so you could see your son
37Took a deal on your homie, 'cause you couldn't beat the gun
38They was tryna give him life, man, you know that wasn't right
Block noteMakes the feud personal through family
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Had to get a glass visit just so you could see your son,” Meek Mill brings a relative or family boundary into the exchange with Cassidy, moving the dispute beyond music and into private life. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. Family references explain why the conflict feels personal: they raise the emotional cost for Cassidy and make the line more consequential than a routine comparison of rap skill.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 40
You ain't even give a call, other niggas shot him twice
41Niggas tryna get a buzz off my name for some likes
42Dead rapper, I'm at you, I'mma give you one tonight
Block noteImagines the battle as physical destruction
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “You ain't even give a call, other niggas shot him twice,” Meek Mill converts lyrical defeat into death, shooting, burial, or bodily harm directed at Cassidy. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The violent image makes the response sound final: instead of proposing an endless exchange, the artist depicts Cassidy as unable to return for another round.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 44
Do the math I dissed you, that's subtract to me
45You ain't poppin, what the fuck could you add to me?
46You just another dead body, another casualty
Block noteAttacks the target's ability to rap
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Ca-ssidy! Boy, you so trash to me,” Meek Mill challenges Cassidy on writing, delivery, flow, or command of the microphone rather than relying only on a personal insult. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. This goes to the qualification that gives Cassidy standing in a rap battle; if the craft is weak, the reply loses authority before its other claims are considered.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 52
I got that Justin Bieber please believe it, nigga I know you see it
53They play pianos at your viewing, let Alicia key it
54I asked Swizzy "could she do it?" he like "nigga, beat it"
Block noteForces the dispute into a direct contest
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Now beat it, I know you're heated but I know you need it,” Meek Mill addresses Cassidy as an opponent who must prove the claims being made rather than rely on reputation. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The challenge narrows the argument to performance under pressure, where refusing or failing to answer can itself be presented as a loss for Cassidy.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 62
I say, come on with your soft ass, all you niggas all trash
63Couldn't bet a 100 grand, nigga, that's a small tab
64I'mma hit him where it hurt, this gon' make his dog mad
65'Cause this verse gon' hit this nigga harder than that car crash
Block noteAttacks the target's ability to rap
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “I say, come on with your soft ass, all you niggas all trash,” Meek Mill challenges Cassidy on writing, delivery, flow, or command of the microphone rather than relying only on a personal insult. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. This goes to the qualification that gives Cassidy standing in a rap battle; if the craft is weak, the reply loses authority before its other claims are considered.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 67
But I came to murder you and have you scuba diving
68Swimming with the fishes, all you niggas is bitches
69Dick riders, knocking on the wood, superstitious
Block noteImagines the battle as physical destruction
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “But I came to murder you and have you scuba diving,” Meek Mill converts lyrical defeat into death, shooting, burial, or bodily harm directed at Cassidy. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The violent image makes the response sound final: instead of proposing an endless exchange, the artist depicts Cassidy as unable to return for another round.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 79
Shit you like a pound of reggie, they can get you for the low
80And I'm like a brick of Diesel, it cost 60 for the flow
81You ain't a gangsta, you a wanksta, nigga, 50 even know, whoa!
Block noteDisputes the target's street identity
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “You ain't a gangsta, you a wanksta, nigga, 50 even know, whoa!,” Meek Mill measures Cassidy's public persona against claims about neighborhood ties, gang affiliation, or lived street experience. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The line separates image from biography: if Cassidy's claimed background appears borrowed or exaggerated, the intimidation attached to that persona weakens.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 83
You say you a gangsta, but you never pop nothing
84And you locked your homie out when you heard the cops coming
85Rapping for a long time, nigga, you ain't got nothing
86You ain't wanna battle Mook neither, nigga, stop fronting
Block noteForces the dispute into a direct contest
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “You ain't wanna battle Mook neither, nigga, stop fronting,” Meek Mill addresses Cassidy as an opponent who must prove the claims being made rather than rely on reputation. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The challenge narrows the argument to performance under pressure, where refusing or failing to answer can itself be presented as a loss for Cassidy.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 88
Fuck happened to you?
89You had a doghouse with a doghouse in the backyard?
90Now you living in a doghouse in the backyard?
Block noteQuestions the target's judgment
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Damn, homie, in high school, you was the man, homie,” Meek Mill characterizes Cassidy as unintelligent, careless, or unable to understand the situation being addressed. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The insult makes the target's decisions part of the evidence: a poor response can be framed not as strategy, but as proof that Cassidy never understood the contest.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 92
Your career maxed out, your shit like a MAC card
93Easy, nigga, I talk greasy, nigga
94And I'mma stunt on Instagram just to tease you, nigga
Block noteUses career results as evidence
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Your career maxed out, your shit like a MAC card,” Meek Mill turns releases, sales, label standing, or career momentum into a public measurement of Cassidy's position. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. The artist invokes an external scoreboard so listeners can compare Cassidy's claims with visible results, making status something that can be disproved rather than merely debated.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 96
I swear to God that shit was beautiful
97Five-X tees, durag's, the usual
98Your mama screaming like "Cassidy what they do to you?" OH!
Block noteMakes the feud personal through family
TargetCassidy
MeaningWhat it means: In “Your mama screaming like "Cassidy what they do to you?" OH!,” Meek Mill brings a relative or family boundary into the exchange with Cassidy, moving the dispute beyond music and into private life. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. Family references explain why the conflict feels personal: they raise the emotional cost for Cassidy and make the line more consequential than a routine comparison of rap skill.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.
- 100
And this shit called "Kendrick You Next"
101I'm just on some shit this time around, everybody get it
102You say my name, I give you a thousand, it's just that simple
103Meek Milly! Enuff, what up?
Block notePressures the target to answer
TargetKendrick Lamar
MeaningWhat it means: In “You say my name, I give you a thousand, it's just that simple,” Meek Mill treats Kendrick Lamar's response, delay, or silence as part of the contest rather than a neutral choice. Why it was said: Meek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly. By defining silence as concession, the line tries to control the timetable of the feud and force Kendrick Lamar into replying on the artist's terms.
ContextMeek Mill and Cassidy's Philadelphia feud grew from debate over a proposed battle, money and status. Their records use local history, sales, clothing and career momentum to decide which rapper still represented the city credibly.